6 h. ago Beloved mum, 64, died at home after developing 'common infection'

Debbie Billington was found unresponsive at her home in Blackpool by her husband Steve on the morning of November 28 last year

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6 h. ago Woman catches fungal infection in her genitals after using common health supplement

Experts have voiced concern over the safety of a popular supplement, after a woman developed a nasty vaginal infection as a result of taking it.

Science

47 h. ago How Elizabeth Hurley's son Damian REALLY feels about his beloved mum's shock romance with Billy Ray Cyrus as pals claim couple are 'set to marry'

The actress, 59, and the controversial musician, 63, sent shockwaves across the internet on Easter Sunday as they announced their relationship to the world with a cosy snap.

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7 d. ago Man warns of common symptom you should NEVER mistake for an infection...after he was hit with terminal cancer and given a year to live

Chris Cotton, from Sandbach, initially contacted his GP in October 2022 after suffering a symptom that's traditionally associated with a common infection.

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1 week ago UKHSA issues alert over taking antibiotics for 'common infections'

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a warning to the public over the use of antibiotics, stressing that Brits should not take them for certain common infections such as colds or flu

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1 week ago Man infected by one of 'world's largest human parasites' after common cooking mistake

A man, from India, left medics baffled after they spotted a worm in his bladder. He later confessed that he had noticed them in his urine before - medics revealed the likely cause was a popular food item

Politics

1 week ago Disturbing image of one of 'world's largest human parasites' that infected man, 35, after common cooking error

A 35-year-old man from northern India sought medical help after being unable to urinate and suffering a fever for days, with the parasite emerging alive and wriggling shortly after.

Politics

1 week ago Move over, Med diet – plantains and cassava can be as healthy as tomatoes and olive oil, say researchers

Findings from Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro region indicate traditional eating habits in rural Africa can boost the immune system and reduce inflammationPlantains, cassava and fermented banana drink should be added to global healthy eating guidelines alongside the olive oil, tomatoes and red wine of the Mediterranean diet, say researchers who found the traditional diet of people living in Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro region had a positive impact on the body’s immune system.Traditional foods enjoyed in rural villages also had a positive impact on markers of inflammation, the researchers found in a study published this month in the journal Nature Medicine. Continue reading...

Society

2 w. ago Celebre D’Allen’s cause of death revealed after Grand National 2025 tragedy

The 13-year-old, who died on Monday three days after collapsing at Aintree, developed a severe infection that was not present on raceday, a vet’s report has established

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3 w. ago Women should avoid all alcohol to reduce risk of breast cancer, charity says

World Cancer Research Fund goes further than UK and WHO advice on alcohol after review of evidenceWomen should avoid alcohol altogether to reduce their risk of breast cancer, a charity has warned.The World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) has published a review of evidence on how diet and lifestyle factors can play a role in the development of the disease. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Symptoms of common infection that UKHSA warns can 'turn fatal' if untreated

Health officials have urged people to look out for the "early warning signs" of the infection

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3 w. ago UKHSA issues 'do not' warning to tackle one of 'UK's biggest health threats'

Health officials have advised Brits to "act now" and follow "simple steps" so that common infections don't become life-threatening

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3 w. ago Doctor issues 'crotch rot' warning over nasty infection caused by common underwear mistake

The unpleasant infection is caused by the same fungus responsible for the notorious ringworm.

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4 w. ago Katie Price posts rare photo with beloved mum Amy after heartbreaking health update

Katie Price's mum Amy has been battling a terminal lung condition for years. She has now appeared alongside her daughter in the heartfelt post

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